A plan to help plug the region’s skills gap in advanced manufacturing and engineering (AME) and get more local people working in the sector has been launched by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) at Walsall College. The West Midlands …
Studied: Achieving Together and Level 1 Engineering Progression : Apprenticeship with the RAF A tutorial session at Walsall College has proved life-changing for Rais Howitt. The advice he received led to him joining RAF Cosford as a service-based communications specialist …
By now, we’ve all heard somewhat about the revolution that is 3D printing. The Financial Times has reportedly described it as being bigger than the internet, whilst even sceptics are realising its potential across the manufacturing and engineering industries. We …
The Midlands has been through somewhat of a dramatic makeover during the last decade, with skyscraper offices, media villages and shopping outlets transforming the region’s skyline. More recently, we’ve seen a growing interest in better transport facilities, connecting not only …
Engineering students have spent a week completing work experience virtual activity with employers and industry representatives. 120 students carried out 36 hours of employer-led practical sessions as a way of enhancing their online classroom learning, “This is an initiative we’re …
A robotic arm prototype has picked up gold level recognition for Walsall College’s engineering students. EDT (Engineering Development Trust) has commended the seven students for their expert design, developed through an industry-led programme. Neil Sambrook, Head of Cluster for Construction, …
Student engineers at Walsall College are feeling more confident about their future careers after receiving advice from directors at four local manufacturing firms. 50 students attended the Next Gen Makers Engineering Careers Roadshow, which provides engineering employers with opportunities to …
The latest group of engineering technicians at Perkins Stafford to participate in an apprenticeship programme have celebrated their graduation. The five apprentices completed an Advanced Technical Apprenticeship Programme with Walsall College. They were presented with their awards at a special …
As an apprentice with manufacturing solutions provider, PP Control and Automation, Jerelle Jackson gained experience of different parts of the business. These included the shop floor, main assembly, purchasing and continuous improvement departments. The opportunities helped him go on to …
Walsall College has opened a new £2 million state-of-the-art Digital Engineering Skills Centre to help address the skills gap within the industry. Launched in conjunction with 2018’s ‘Year of the Engineer’, the Digital Engineering Skills Centre includes the latest equipment …